How to repair a stress crack in drywall. | Hyde Tools

Stress cracks in your drywall can happen for a variety of reasons. But the most common culprit is a shifting building. Once you've identified the cause and you're ready to make a repair, it's important to prepare the damaged area and thoroughly clean it. Applying just joint compound isn't enough -- you need a strong patching material like the Hyde Wet and Set to ensure the crack doesn't reappear. In this video, professional painter Jerry Vargo shows us his technique for repairing cracks in sheetrock cause by a shifting building.

Tools seen in this video:
Hyde Wood-Handled Painter's Multitool (07975): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NOB7XQ
Hyde Wet and Set Repair Patch (09911): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PW6FAM
Hyde Full Metal Joint Knife (06879): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085751HTK
Hyde Lightweight Aluminum Drywall Hawk (09073): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PCB1JW

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Chapters:
0:00 What causes stress cracks?
1:03 Wet & Set
1:36 Preparing the crack
3:54 Preparing the material
5:29 Applying patch
6:37 Finishing with joint compound